Beginning in 2022, the MGFOA introduced a Member of the Year award. The MGFOA seeks to recognize those members that have made significant contributions to the profession, public sector, and the public good during the prior calendar year.  These outstanding individuals should be current or retired members of MGFOA in good standing whose efforts have led to the betterment of the organization and its members.  Separate awards are granted for Public Sector and for Associate members.   These separate awards recognize the unique background and contributions of each member category.

The nomination period for Member of the Year will begin each Spring.  Following the close of the nomination period, the MGFOA nominating committee will follow a Board-approved process to recommend final candidates to the MGFOA Board of Directors.  The selected members will be notified by Labor Day and recognized with this honor at the annual Fall Conference.